The Four Agreements

"The best way to say, "I love you, God," is to live your life doing your best. The best way to say, "Thank you, God," is by letting go of the past and living in the present moment, right here and now."
~ Don Miguel Ruiz (author of The Four Agreements)

1. Be Impeccable With Your Word.
2. Don't Take Anything Personally.
3. Don't Make Assumptions.
4. Always Do Your Best.

Sounds easy, eh? LOL. I can attest that on days or weeks when these agreements are in line, life gets a lot more enjoyable. I'm still working on consistency.

Carpe diem

"I get up every morning determined to both change the world and to have one hell of a good time. Sometimes, this makes planning the day difficult."
~ E.B. White, 20th century American writer

Imagine if we all did the same as E.B. (Elwyn Brooks) White. Carpe diem everyone!

Try

"Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no help at all."
~ Dale Carnegie (1888 - 1955)

Ever feel like nobody is on your side? I certainly have, especially with recent challenges in my life. True success and accomplishment will come from staying focused and not letting time or negativity get in the way. The end result will bring light. The movie Field of Dreams comes to mind. With that, I'll tweak the movie's famous quote from "If you build it, he will come" to "If you go for it, it will come." "It" pertaining to that end goal. Don't let anyone get the best of you. Stay focused and motivated on those "important things" to you.

Something new everyday

Wow, I haven't posted for some time. Lots going on. Work has been extremely busy, squeezed in a vacation, and of course taking care of Maddie. Truly amazing how she's growing and developing. Aside from her favorite pastime, jumping, she likes to make a sort of hissing snicker to taunt her mom and me. Actually, I believe she just wants to entertain. :) She surprises us with something new everyday.

I'm still working on a new album. Really pumped about the new melodies. I should be ready to record before the end of the year. These things always take more time than originally planned.